Security Architecture & Engineering Director

Colt provides network, voice, and data centre services to thousands of businesses worldwide, enabling them to focus on their core goals instead of infrastructure.

Why we need this role :

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Role Overview :

As the Director of Security Architecture and Engineering, you will shape and execute our enterprise-wide security strategy. Your primary responsibility will be to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of our security architecture and engineering practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and data.

Sub-functions responsible for :

• Security Architecture
• Security Engineering
• Identity and Access Management

Responsibilities :

• Security Architecture Leadership : Develop and maintain the company's security architecture framework, aligning with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Engineering Oversight : Lead a team of security engineers responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls.
• Threat Intelligence : Stay updated on cyber threats and vulnerabilities, integrating threat intelligence into security strategies.
• Security Technology Roadmap : Establish and manage the security technology roadmap, promoting adoption of emerging security technologies.
• Collaboration : Build relationships with senior stakeholders to align security initiatives with business strategies.
• Team Development : Recruit, train, and manage a cybersecurity team, fostering continuous learning and collaboration.
• Budget & Vendor Management : Oversee security budgets and vendor relationships.

Qualifications :

Skills & Experience :

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field.
• Proven leadership in security architecture and engineering roles.
• Deep knowledge of security principles and technologies.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance standards.
• Certifications like SABSA, CISSP are desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Personal Attributes :

• Self-starter with vision and imagination.
• Flexible, organized, and effective communicator.
• Strong interpersonal skills and global team experience.
• Results-oriented and pragmatic.
• Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial mindset.
• Willing to travel as needed.

What we offer :

Make a difference : At Colt, you’ll be empowered to lead and innovate. We trust our people to create solutions that connect the world.

Join us to work on impactful projects that influence cities, businesses, and ideas worldwide.

Diversity & Inclusion :

• We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging authenticity and respecting all backgrounds and identities.

Recent Initiatives :

• Signed the UN Women Empowerment Principles.
• Trained 60+ employees as Mental Health First Aiders.